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Ep. 045: Canadian Citizen's Panel on Climate Change
Dr. David Kahane is the Director of Alberta’s Climate Dialogue, a citizen group that addressed Edmonton’s call for recommendations on energy neutrality.
Ep. 044: Canadian Scientists Are At Forefront of Research
Alan Bernstein, the President and CEO of Canadian Institute for Advanced Research, points out that Canada accounts for five per cent of the world’s scientific literature so it’s important to team up with the best in the world.
Ep. 043: Developing A New Model for First Nations Engagement
The Tsilhqot’in decision “brings little justice." That is according to Dallas Smith, the Board President of the Nanwakolas Council. "What it brings is the possibility of opportunity but it hasn’t done anything to really make communities a better place to live.”
Ep. 042: Healing The Wounds of First Nations
The Tsilhqot'in decision has allowed all Canadians an opportunity to start the healing process that will lead to opportunity and success for all.
Ep. 041: First Nations Issues Are Not Just In The Past
The Tsilhqot’in and the "Truth and Reconciliation" report are the beginning of a national healing process that has only just begun. That is according to Linc Kesler Professor of First Nations and Indigenous studies at the University of British Columbia.
Ep. 040: How is Canada Fighting Terrorism?
There is a better way to fight terrorism than Bill C-51, according to Lt. Col. Harjit Sajjan.
Ep. 039: Guide to Better Brain Health
“If you want to have a healthy brain treasure your sleep because it’s vitally important.” That is what Dr. Max Cynader, the founding Director at the Brain Research Centre at the University of British Columbia, believes.
Ep. 038: World In Midst of Carbon Drought
We’re in a carbon drought. That is according to Professor William Happer of Princeton University. The renowned physicist says when it comes to carbon dioxide, there’s more good than bad.
Ep. 037: The Leadership Path for Canadian Women
What are some of the obstacles that women face in seeking leadership roles?
Ep. 036: How To Understand PTSD
“When it comes to PTSD, we’re all vulnerable.” That is according to Dr. Elspeth Ritchie, the Chief Clinical Officer in the Department of Mental Health for the District of Columbia.
Ep. 035: Shattering The Glass Ceiling
For female workers, is the glass ceiling still there or has the landscape changed?
Ep. 034: What Role Do Banks Play In Shaping Economy?
What role do financial institutions play in shaping the community we call home?
Ep. 033: Making A Better British Columbia
John Horgan, the leader of the BC NDP, is reaching the one year anniversary of his rise to the party's leadership.
Ep. 032: Vancouver Police Chief Jim Chu Retires From Service
Vancouver Police Chief Jim Chu is stepping down from the lead role with the Vancouver Police. He says, "Policing has changed a lot from the early 80s" when he first signed on. "You didn't have the massive number of drug addicts; you didn't have the mentally ill."
Ep. 031: How to Manage and Relieve Pain
One in four people suffers from chronic pain. That is according to Dr. Brenda Lau, who specializes in pain management.
Ep. 030: Let British Columbia be the Education Province
BC has the opportunity to become the go to place for post secondary education in Canada. That is what Andrew Petter, the President of Simon Fraser University, believes.
Ep. 029: Climate Change Is a Humanitarian Crisis
"Climate change is one the greatest challenges humanity has ever faced." That is the claim from environmentalist and writer Dr. Tzeporah Berman.
Ep. 028: No Computer Models for Global Warming
"Computer models never predicted an 18 year temperature pause." That is the claim from Dr. Ken Green, author of "Global Warming: Understanding the Debate" and the Senior Director at the Centre for Natural Resources at the Fraser Institute.
Ep. 027: Is Carbon Dioxide Making The World Greener?
Computer models do a good job of helping us understand climate but they do a very poor job of predicting it. That is according to physicist Freeman Dyson of the Institute of Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey.
Ep. 026: Does your vote count?
Voter turnout, particularly with younger voters is dropping. The unintended consequence is older people are becoming more powerful. That is according to Dr. Gerald Baier of UBC's Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions.